Party Wall Surveying for Garden Rooms and Outbuildings: When ‘Permitted Development’ Still Triggers the Act
Nearly one million garden rooms and outbuildings were added to UK properties in the five years following the 2020 shift to home working — and a significant proportion of those owners had no idea they were triggering legal obligations under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. The assumption is almost universal: "I've got permitted development […]
Party Wall Surveys for Modern Home Extensions: RICS Protocols for 2026 Permitted Development and Structural Works
Over 40% of UK homeowners planning extensions in 2026 will require party wall agreements, yet most remain unaware of their legal obligations until disputes arise. As housing demand intensifies and permitted development rights expand, understanding Party Wall Surveys for Modern Home Extensions: RICS Protocols for 2026 Permitted Development and Structural Works has become essential for […]
